Clan Seanchaidh

The Gaelic word Seanchaidh - often given phonetically in English as Shennachie - means historian or story teller. 

 

Historically, a Scottish clan chief would have had a Seanchaidh, who was essentially the genealogist, historian, storyteller and keeper of the memories, traditions and ceremonies of a clan or family and its Chief.  We are lucky within the Clan Mackay Society that we have two, Chris and Hunter.

 

If you have a genealogy request, they will be happy to help. You can also watch our Seanchaidh's videos on the history of Clan Mackay on our Members-Only Video page.